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Camps 'R' Us

Camps 'R' Us is celebrating its 31st anniversary and it is widely considered the most affordable private day camp on Long Island. The program is family owned and operated, accredited by the American Camp Association, and has 11 campuses across the island, so chances are, there&rsquo;s one near you.&nbsp; Campers love their amazing activities. Parents love the flexible scheduling, convenient hours, great payment options, and especially the peace of mind they get knowing their children are being taken care of in a safe, nurturing environment.&nbsp;&nbsp; At Camps &lsquo;R&rsquo; Us, they strive to provide the very best summer day camp experience available, with award-winning activities and programming, including Sports, Arts &amp; Crafts, Gaming, Ga Ga, Go Karts, Swimming, Trips, Special Events and much more. Their campuses are hosted by some of the top private schools on Long Island and feature premier indoor and outdoor facilities and equipment. Their highly experienced and expertly trained Staff are among the best and brightest in camping. Combine that with unique affordability, and Camps &lsquo;R&rsquo; Us has earned a reputation as one of the best summer camps on Long Island! Camps R Us Locations in Baldwin, Bellmore, Deer Park, East Rockaway, Farmingdale, Hicksville, Kings Park, St. James, Syosset, and Williston Park.

Buck's Rock Performing and Creative Arts Camp

Buck&rsquo;s Rock Camp is a freedom-of-choice creative and performing arts camp for teenagers ages 10 to 17. Every summer at Buck&rsquo;s Rock is completely different. The campers who join us each year make the summer their own adventure, and the camp constantly evolves and changes to meet the needs of that year&rsquo;s campers. So to answer the question &ldquo;What is Buck&rsquo;s Rock?&rdquo; is simple: it is a safe space where young people can grow into whatever they want and need to be.&nbsp; The day at Buck&rsquo;s Rock starts at 7:30am and ends at 10:15pm. What happens in between is as varied as our campers and as friendly as our beautiful campus. Every day at Buck&rsquo;s Rock is different. What doesn&rsquo;t change: our stunning pastoral setting, committed, professional counselors, and a camper-to-counselor ratio of 2:1.&nbsp;&nbsp; &nbsp; Every day at Buck&rsquo;s Rock is a new opportunity for self-discovery and creative expression. From the professionally-equipped studios and exciting performance spaces, to the state-of-the-art recording facilities and pool, campers are free to try anything and everything! Over 30 world-class programs await our artists every day, including everything from glassblowing to dance to painting to sketch comedy to radio to weaving to gardening and so much more! &nbsp; Many generations of Buck&rsquo;s Rockers, including campers, their parents, and decades of dedicated staff make up our unique community. Just one summer at Buck&rsquo;s Rock will make you a life-long member of our big, creative family. We can&rsquo;t wait for you to join us! &nbsp; Tiered Tuition System based on gross annual income and household size; $0-$12,000 &nbsp; Age: 10-17 years old &nbsp; &nbsp;

Camp Jewell YMCA

<span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: tahoma, arial, helvetica, sans-serif; color: #000000; background-color: transparent; font-weight: 300; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Established in 1901, Camp Jewell YMCA has built a strong reputation for providing campers with engaging activities, quality programming, and comfortable facilities. Aside from fostering an all-round enriching experience, Camp Jewell focuses on teaching their values - Caring, Honesty, Respect, and Responsibility - which are integral in all that they do. At Camp Jewell, they understand that each camper is unique. They offer 2-week programs for campers 7-16 with over 40 activities and specialty camps.

Camp Woodward

For those who live action sports, a week at Woodward West is beyond anything they&rsquo;ve ever imagined. With an over 50-year legacy of teaching athletes balance and agility, Woodward knows what it takes to learn and be the best in the sports kids love. That is why we&rsquo;ve built the most innovative parks, with features and training tools that help reduce injury and give kids a safe space to progress in the sports they love. &nbsp; 11 weeks of summer camp offered in 2024 will feature the following programs: - Skateboarding - Scooter riding - BMX freestyle biking - BMX racing - Parkour - Roller skating - Multisport &nbsp; The multisport program is a great place where kids can get a taste of all the action sports and discover their true passion! Woodward instruction and parks are built for progression, while recreational activities guarantee campers never have a dull moment. There are also pro athletes and Olympians in attendance each week who teach and hang with campers all week long. There&rsquo;s no place like it. Join us this summer!